What Happens to Your Robinhood Account When You Die
Quick Facts
Deadline
None
Difficulty
Moderate
Documents
Death cert + probate
Step-by-Step Guide
Document your Robinhood account
Note your account email, approximate portfolio value, and whether you hold crypto.
Estimated time: 5 min
Set TOD beneficiary
Go to Account → Settings → Beneficiary to add a Transfer on Death beneficiary.
Estimated time: 10 min
Note crypto holdings separately
If you hold crypto in Robinhood, list the coins and amounts. Crypto transfer has different rules.
Estimated time: 5 min
Executor contacts Robinhood
Email estate@robinhood.com with Death Certificate and estate documents to begin the transfer process.
Document Now Checklist
- Account email
- Portfolio value estimate
- Crypto holdings list
- Beneficiary designation status
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Cash App
If you hold Bitcoin in Cash App, document this separately — crypto recovery requires additional steps.
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